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In this episode of Resilience Across Borders, host Rachid explores the well-known phrase “money can’t buy happiness.” While the statement holds truth, it’s often misused as an excuse to avoid ambition, growth, or financial responsibility. Rachid challenges this mindset and reframes money as a powerful tool that, when guided by strong values, can create freedom, opportunities, and positive impact. He shares practical strategies to help listeners align their financial goals with their life priorities, proving that wealth, when kept as a servant and not a master, can amplify good in the world.   More About Topics Covered: The Misconception of Money and Happiness Strategies for a Meaningful Financial Perspective Reframing Money as a Tool for Impact Avoiding the Fear of Wealth Keeping Money as the Servant, Not the Master Embracing Success to Do Good   You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  https://atresilience.com/   Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss ou

A Simple Framework to Know What You Want and What to Do Next   In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, the discussion focuses on the power of clarity in achieving goals and leading a fulfilled life. Rachgid explains how a lack of clarity can make people feel stuck and shares five steps to gain clarity on what you want and why.    The steps include asking better questions, writing a personal vision statement, breaking down goals into actionable steps, revisiting and refining your vision, and using the 'hell yes or no' filter for decision-making.   The episode also highlights the importance of intentional living and offers practical advice for aligning actions with personal goals.   More About Topics Covered: Balancing Contentment and Ambition Daily Gratitude: Finding Meaning in the Imperfect Self-Worth and Wishlist: Pursuing Growth from Worthiness Setting Growth-Oriented Goals Celebrating Small Wins Learning to Sit with Enough   You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  ht

How to Focus on Progress When the Finish Line Feels Far Away   In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid discusses the importance of prioritizing progress over perfection. He explores the notion that consistent, incremental progress is more impactful than striving for overnight success.    Rachid shares five key strategies for focusing on progress, including tracking small wins, setting milestones, comparing oneself to the past self, visualizing the path taken, and reframing setbacks as learning experiences.    Through examples and practical advice, he emphasizes how recognizing and celebrating small steps of growth can maintain momentum and build confidence.    Listeners are encouraged to adopt a mindset that values steady progress, leading to long-term transformation and resilience.   More About Topics Covered:  Why Progress Matters More Than Perfection Five Key Strategies to Focus on Progress Track the Small Wins Set Milestones, Not Just Goals Compare with Your Past Self

How to Balance Willpower and Surrender for a More Peaceful and Productive Life   In today’s episode, Rachid explores the balance between willpower and surrender, shedding light on how mastering this balance can lead to emotional well-being, spiritual growth, and sustainable success.  In a world that often emphasizes hustle and control, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on how true strength comes from knowing when to push forward and when to let go. Practical strategies and examples are shared to help you apply this balance in real life. More About Topics Covered: Willpower and Surrender Understanding Willpower and Surrender Recognizing Imbalance Guiding with Intention Listening to Your Body Effort with Grace   You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  https://atresilience.com/   Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that h

How Cornerstone Choices Eliminate Daily Overthinking and Free Up Mental Space   In today's episode, Rachid explores the concept of cornerstone decisions, inspired by Peter Drucker's quote: "Don't make a hundred decisions when one will do." He discusses how cornerstone decisions can simplify life by eliminating countless smaller choices and providing clarity, structure, and alignment to guide our actions.  The episode focuses on five practical strategies for making cornerstone decisions that help reduce decision fatigue, conserve energy, and focus on what truly matters.   More About Topics Covered: Decide Your Identity Before You Decide Your Actions Establish Non-Negotiables Choose Your Environment Strategically Create Decision Filters Automate What Doesn’t Deserve Daily Energy   You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  https://atresilience.com/   Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today.

Finding Joy in the Present While Working Toward the Future In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, host Rachid explores the balance between contentment and ambition. He discusses how to appreciate what you have while still striving for more, sharing practical tips like practicing daily gratitude, separating self-worth from achievements, setting growth-oriented goals, celebrating small wins, and learning to sit with a sense of 'enough.'    Rachid emphasizes that happiness and ambition do not have to be mutually exclusive, and that true success is built on a foundation of gratitude and inner peace.   More About Topics Covered: 00:00 Introduction: Balancing Contentment and Ambition 01:01 Daily Gratitude: Finding Meaning in the Imperfect 02:15 Self-Worth and Wishlist: Pursuing Growth from Worthiness 03:15 Setting Growth-Oriented Goals 04:39 Celebrating Small Wins 05:53 Learning to Sit with Enough   You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  https://atresilience.com/  

How to Stay Calm Without Shutting Down   In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid explores the nuances between stoic resilience and emotional suppression. He discusses how stoic resilience involves acknowledging and feeling emotions without letting them control you, while emotional suppression entails denying or avoiding emotions, leading to negative consequences.    Practical examples and strategies for building resilience through healthy emotional management are provided.    Rachid emphasizes the importance of recognizing and processing feelings to maintain long-term well-being and offers resources for further support.   More About Topics Covered:   Understanding Stoic Resilience The Dangers of Emotional Suppression Differentiating Resilience from Suppression Building Healthy Resilience   You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  https://atresilience.com/

How to Get Your Needs Met Without Starting an Argument or Fight: Strategies for Peaceful Communication   In this episode, Rachid explores ways to express needs clearly and calmly to avoid misunderstandings and conflicts.    Rachid emphasizes using 'I' statements, staying focused on the present, making gentle requests, practicing active listening, and maintaining calm body language to foster mutual understanding and cooperation.  More About Topics Covered:   00:00 Introduction to Getting Your Needs Met 00:35 Using 'I' Statements Effectively 01:47 Staying Focused on the Present 02:31 Making Requests Instead of Accusations 03:05 Practicing Active Listening 03:51 Maintaining Calm Tone and Body Language   You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  https://atresilience.com/   Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved ones today. This journal is packed with insights and practices that have made a difference in my life

Actionable Strategies to Make Resilience a Daily Habit   In this episode, Rachid discusses how to develop resilience as a daily habit. Rachid emphasizes that resilience is a skill, not just an innate trait, and offers five practical strategies to strengthen it.   These include starting the day with grounding practices such as breathing exercises and meditation, reframing challenges as learning opportunities, engaging in small acts of self-care, maintaining a 'resilience wins' journal to track successes, and using positive affirmations to stay empowered.    Rachid also highlights the importance of integrating these habits into daily life to build a strong foundation for navigating stress and adversity.    More About Topics Covered:   Introduction to Resilience Start Your Day with Grounding Practices Reframe Challenges as Opportunities Practice Small Acts of Self-Care Keep a Resilience Wins Journal Use Affirmations and Reminders   You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  https://atresilienc

In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, host Rashid Zahidi explores the power of asking better questions and how it can transform conversations, decision-making, and personal growth. Rashid discusses strategies to ask meaningful questions that open doors to deeper understanding and reflection. Key strategies include starting with curiosity, asking open-ended questions, encouraging reflection, breaking down big questions, pausing after asking, tailoring questions to the moment, and using follow-up questions. These techniques can be applied in various contexts such as coaching, team management, relationship building, and personal development to achieve better outcomes and insights. Rashid concludes with practical journaling prompts and a reminder to be kind and resilient.   00:00 Introduction to Asking Better Questions 01:05 The Power of Curiosity 01:52 Open-Ended Questions for Deeper Insights 02:50 Encouraging Reflection Through Questions 03:29 Breaking Down Big Questions 04:43 The Importance

Reclaiming the Forgotten Wisdom in Life’s Most Repeated Sayings   In this episode of Resilience Across Borders, host Rashid Zahi explores how overused sayings—those clichés we often tune out—can become powerful guides when life gets real. From “This too shall pass” to “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger,” Rashid dives into the wisdom buried in these common phrases and shares how we can apply them to build strength, navigate challenges, and live more meaningfully.   More About Topics Covered:   Why clichés often hold deep, time-tested truth How to reclaim the power of familiar phrases in times of stress The lesson behind “This too shall pass” in both hard and good times Why action speaks louder than words—and what your consistency says about you How surrendering doesn’t mean giving up, but giving in to a wiser flow How these phrases can be re-read as instructions for weathering life’s storms, building resilience, and finding peace

Ancient Wisdom and Modern Tools to Free Yourself from Mental Spirals   Escaping the Thought Trap: Understanding and Overcoming Overthinking   In today's episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, host Rachid discusses the 'thought trap' and how overthinking can lead to unnecessary suffering.    The episode explores how thoughts themselves are neutral, but the narrative we build around them can create emotional distress. Drawing from the teachings of monks, meditation practices, and Buddhist fables, the episode provides actionable strategies for mitigating the impact of overthinking.    These include labeling thoughts, understanding the concept of the 'two arrows' of suffering, recognizing the imagination spiral, and practicing the space between stimulus and response.    Listeners are encouraged to practice mindfulness and adopt non-reactivity to lead a more peaceful and powerful life.   More About Topics Covered:   00:00 Introduction to the Thought Trap 01:22 Understanding Thoughts vs. Thinking Abo

The long-haul flight and layover checklist every smart traveler needs.   In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid shares his top 10 strategies for enduring long-distance travel. Drawing from his extensive travel experiences,    Rachid provides practical tips on how to prepare and pack smart, dress in layers, stay hydrated, move and stretch, create a conducive sleep environment, make productive use of layovers, choose light and healthy meals, combat jet lag, remain entertained without over-relying on screens, and maintain a calm and patient mindset.    These strategies aim to help travelers stay comfortable, refreshed, and organized, transforming the often exhausting process of long-haul flights and layovers into a more manageable and enjoyable part of the journey.   More About Topics Covered:  Introduction to Long Distance Travel Tips Smart Preparation and Packing Mastering Layering for Comfort Hydration and Movement Strategies Sleeping Smarter on Flights Making the Most of

Why Eating Mindfully Is the Most Underrated Wellness Habit   The Transformative Power of Mindful Eating   In today’s fast-paced world, eating has become a background activity. But what if bringing presence to our meals could transform not just our digestion, but our mood, mindset, and relationship with food?    In this episode, Rachidi explores the practice of mindful eating, including what it is, why it matters, and how to get started. Discover simple yet powerful tips to reconnect with your body and cultivate a healthier, more intentional approach to nourishing yourself.   More About Topics Covered: Benefits of Mindful Eating Practical Tips for Mindful Eating Mindful Eating and Emotional Awareness Enhancing Food Enjoyment Making Healthier Choices Cultivating Gratitude and Positivity   You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  https://atresilience.com/   Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is now available on Amazon. Don't miss out – grab a copy for yourself, your friends, and your loved on

Practical Ways to Choose the Right Friends and Step Away from the Wrong Ones   In this episode, Rachid explores how powerful friendships influence your mindset, energy, and personal growth. Discover why the right friendships are essential and how the wrong ones can quietly hold you back.    Rachid shares six actionable strategies for choosing aligned relationships and gently distancing yourself from toxic connections. From keeping a “people journal” to setting firm yet kind boundaries, this episode offers insight and practical steps for curating a circle that uplifts and inspires.   More About Topics Covered: Why your body’s reaction to people is more honest than your mind How to connect with friends who share your values, not just interests The importance of outgrowing relationships that no longer serve you How to set boundaries without guilt or drama How to become the kind of friend you want to attract   You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  https://atresilience.com/   Exciting news! T

The Unexpected Benefits of Being a Good Human (Even When It’s Hard)   This episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, hosted by Rachid Zahidi, focuses on the transformative benefits of kindness and practical ways to practice it daily. Rachid emphasizes that kindness is not a sign of weakness but a powerful trait that improves mental health, strengthens relationships, and builds resilience.    Key points include the release of feel-good chemicals when being kind, the improvement of connections and relationships through active listening and empathetic responses, the reduction of negativity, the building of self-respect and confidence, and the creation of a culture of generosity and respect.    The episode encourages listeners to lead with warmth and respect, highlighting that kindness costs nothing but can change everything.   More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Kindness Kindness Boosts Mental and Physical Health Kindness Improves Relationships and Connection Kindness Reduces the Impact of

Simple Habits That Make People Feel Seen, Heard, and Understood   In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, host Rachid offers practical advice on improving listening skills through six simple yet effective strategies.    These strategies include listening to understand, practicing reflective listening, being fully present, resisting the urge to fix, noticing what's not being said, and allowing silence to play its role.    Each strategy has specific examples to help you apply it in real life. By practicing these methods, you can build trust, safety, and deeper connections in your relationships.   More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Better Listening The Importance of Listening Six Simple Strategies for Better Listening Strategy 1: Listen to Understand, Not to Respond Strategy 2: Practice Reflective Listening Strategy 3: Be Fully Present Strategy 4: Resist the Urge to Fix Strategy 5: Notice What's Not Being Said Strategy 6: Let Silence Do the Work   You can find blog p

Wake Up Refreshed: 10 Smart Habits for Deeper Sleep Small changes that make a big difference in how you rest, recharge, and feel every day   In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, host Rachidi discusses practical strategies to enhance sleep quality. Emphasizing the importance of habits, environment, and mindset.   Rachid covers a range of tips such as maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, optimizing the sleep environment, limiting screen time, being mindful of food and drink, managing stress, getting natural light exposure, strategic napping, exercising at the right time, and using sleep-inducing scents and sounds.    He also suggests a bedtime ritual to facilitate winding down before sleep.    Tune in for actionable advice aimed at improving your sleep and overall well-being.   More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Better Sleep Establish a Consistent Sleep Schedule Optimize Your Sleep Environment Limit Screen Time Before Bed Mind Your Food and Drink Manage Stress and Ov

How to Stop Complicating Happiness and Start Living It In this episode of the Resilience Across Borders podcast, Rachid explores the idea that happiness doesn't have to be complicated. He discusses how happiness is often portrayed as an elusive goal tied to success, relationships, or external validation. Still, he posits that joy can be simpler and more accessible by shifting perspectives.  Rachid offers six practical tips to embrace simple happiness: focusing on what's working, letting go of overthinking, enjoying small, consistent joys, not waiting for perfect circumstances, connecting with others in simple ways, and accepting the natural fluctuations of happiness.  He emphasizes that happiness can be found in everyday moments and encourages listeners to integrate small, joyful actions into their daily lives.  Rachid closes the episode by reminding listeners to appreciate the present and to be kind to themselves and others. More About Topics Covered: Introduction to Simplifying Happiness Focus on What's

Discover how your thoughts, beliefs, posture, and emotions shape your actions—and how to take control of them.   In this episode, Rachid delves into the profound impact of thoughts on our reality. By examining how thoughts shape beliefs, influence emotions, and guide actions Rachid provides practical tips for transforming disempowering thoughts into empowering ones. He emphasizes the importance of posture and physical movement in reinforcing positive emotional states.  The episode offers actionable strategies for creating a positive loop of intentional thoughts, emotions, and actions, ultimately guiding listeners to consciously craft a more fulfilling and successful life. Zahidi also introduces his companion journal, 'Emo Gym,' for further personal growth. The Power of Thoughts and Beliefs Motion and Posture's Impact on Emotions Emotions Drive Actions Creating Positive Thought-Emotion Loops You can find blog posts and new episodes here:  https://atresilience.com/ Exciting news! The Emogym Journal is